Initial Meeting

Choosing the right celebrant is crucial to ensure your wedding day is perfect. I recommend an initial meeting, which is both obligation-free and cost-free, to see if I am the right fit for you. This meeting can take place wherever you feel most comfortable, whether it be your home, a coffee shop, my office, or any other mutually agreed location. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to get to know me better. We will discuss all the legal requirements necessary before, during, and after your wedding, and I will also listen to your ideas and preferences for your ceremony.

What will it cost and what are the legal requirements?

I offer an all-inclusive cost for your wedding, ensuring there are no hidden surprises. Here’s what my services include:

Engagement and Deposit:

Once you engage me as your celebrant, I only commit to one wedding per day. A non-refundable deposit secures your date, allowing me to decline other inquiries for that day. This deposit covers all pre-wedding legal work and tasks, as well as unlimited meetings.

Pre-Wedding Legalities and Paperwork:

A Notice of Intended Marriage must be completed and lodged with me at least one month and no more than 18 months before your wedding date. I will provide and help you complete all necessary forms for before, during, and after your ceremony. I will handle all the legal work and submissions to the relevant authorities. You will need to provide your original birth certificates (extract or full) and photo identification. If you lack a birth certificate, I can discuss alternative options.

Wedding Ceremony:

Legally, only three elements are required during the ceremony. Beyond that, you have full flexibility. I will work with you to create a ceremony that reflects your style, whether traditional or unique. I can provide numerous options and a sample ceremony to help you visualize the event, including vows, ring exchanges, and readings.

Rehearsal:

Although not mandatory, a rehearsal at your venue is recommended to ensure everyone is comfortable with the ceremony flow. This helps reduce nerves and ensures everyone knows their roles.

Pre-Wedding Meetings:

We can meet as frequently as you wish, in person, via email, phone, or a combination. This ensures you are comfortable and confident about your wedding day.

Draft Ceremony:

A draft of your ceremony will be provided about four weeks before the wedding. You can make changes before finalizing the script.

Ceremony Memento:

I will print your ceremony on parchment as a keepsake.

Public Address (PA) System:

I provide a fully portable professional PA system, including a radio microphone for clear audio and an additional microphone for readings. This system also plays your ceremony music.

Signing Table:

If required, I provide a signing table with a white tablecloth and an appropriate pen for signing certificates.

On the Day

Ceremony Execution:

I can manage the entire ceremony or involve special friends and family members for readings or other roles, ensuring the day is personal and meaningful.

Marriage Certificates:

Three certificates are signed on the wedding day: one for my records, one for you, and one for the Registrar. Your copy will be professionally printed.

Change of Name:

If you plan to change your name, I can assist with the paperwork and lodge it with the Registrar, streamlining the process for obtaining your official certificate.